Civil engineer proposed reuse of wastewater for water scarcity in Negril

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 14, 2024

Civil engineer, Dick Hooijschuur, has proposed two potential solutions for the water scarcity in Negril, Jamaica – reuse of wastewater and desalination. What is wastewater? Wastewater, also known as sewage, is polluted water that comes from human activities and rainwater runoff. It can include substances like: human waste, food scraps, oils, soaps, and chemicals. Jamaica is labeled “The…

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Huge crocodile scared swimmers in Salt River

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 13, 2024

A 12-foot crocodile was captured in Salt River, Clarendon, on a Sunday morning after giving the local swimmers a fright during their weekend recreation. Terrestrial biologist, Damion Whyte revealed, “We received a call that the reptile was seen and that members of the Caribbean Coastal Area Management (CCAM) team had responded. I was in the…

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The Munching Unicorn: ‘Mom-Inspired’ Snack-tastic Business Sprinkled with Rum-Infused Popcorn Magic

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 13, 2024

Danielle Howe is the CEO and Owner of The Munching Unicorn. A gourmet snack business offering rum-infused caramel popcorn. Inspired by her mom’s favorite snack, popcorn, Danielle told Loop News, that amidst the pandemic, with time on her hands, she embarked on a delicious journey fusing her mom’s favourite snack, caramel popcorn, with a Jamaican…

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Vybz Kartel pledged loyalty to King Charles 111

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 12, 2024

Jamaican dancehall artiste who was convicted of murder for his associate Clive Lizard has now pledged his loyalty to King Charles 111 after the UK based privy council have overturned his conviction. Kartel wrote on X, 1 world leader mi recognize. #KINGCHARLES111. The UK-based Privy Council has decided to overturn the 2014 murder conviction of…

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Opposition Leader Mark Golding insist on full decolonization of Jamaica from the British Monarchy

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 11, 2024

Opposition Leader Mark Golding is standing firm on his position for full decolonization of Jamaica from the British Monarchy. He insists that the country’s bid to become a republic must align with ridding itself of the UK-based Privy Council as its final appellate court. As a part of this stance, Golding has directed the representatives…

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Sprint Legend Usain Bolt professed his love for girlfriend kasi bennett with new riddim

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 9, 2024

Legendary sprinter and record-breaking Olympian, Usain Bolt, 37, affectionately shares his deep admiration for longtime girlfriend, Kasi Bennett  34, in a unique style. Known for his agility on the tracks, Bolt is proving his vibrant personality extends beyond the athletic sphere. Bolt took to social media to profess his affection for his beloved girlfriend in…

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Issa Trust Foundation “For The Children” Charity Gala set to raise money for a Pediatric Center in Jamaica

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 9, 2024

The Issa Trust Foundation is set to host its second gala in New York to benefit the Mary Issa Pediatric and Adolescent Health Center near Ocho Rios. This follows the successful “For The Children” Charity Gala which helped the foundation raise an impressive US$417,000, surpassing its initial target of US$200,000. Issa Trust Foundation, established in…

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AstraZeneca withdrawing Covid vaccine worldwide,months after admitting rare side effect

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 7, 2024

Oxford-AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine is currently being pulled from global distribution, several months after the pharmaceutical behemoth acknowledged for the first time in legal documents its potential to induce a rare and hazardous side effect. Following the voluntary withdrawal of its marketing authorisation by the company, the vaccine is now inapplicable within the European Union. The…

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Ky-Mani Marley and Miss Kitty are set to receive honors at a ceremony in Florida

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 7, 2024

Reggae artiste Ky-Mani Marley and media personality Khadine “Miss Kitty” Hylton-Wilkinson are set to receive honors at a Key To The Region ceremony. The accolade aims to shine a spotlight on Jamaicans who have been exceptional ambassadors for their country, on an international level. The event will take place at the Marriott Fort Lauderdale North…

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Prime Minister Andrew Holness released a Press Update on the Indian Nationals who illegally entered Jamaica

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 6, 2024

On **May 6th, 2024**, Jamaican authorities launched an investigation into a possible human-smuggling operation involving Indian nationals that arrived in Jamaica on a charter flight. The **218 passengers**, mostly Indian nationals, were initially denied entry upon their arrival. The chartered flight they arrived on had transited through Dubai and had also made a stop in…

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$58M Upgrade Transforms Torrington Park Housing After Decades of Neglect

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Dec 9, 2025 In a significant step toward improving housing safety and community infrastructure, Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development, Robert Montague, earlier today led the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the $58 million Torrington Park Rehabilitation Project. The long-awaited project—completed on November 21, 2025—marks…
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One Jamaica, Not Two: Why the New Republic Must End the Myth of Maroon Sovereignty

As Jamaica prepares to embark on one of the most significant constitutional transformations in its history—the creation of a Jamaican Republic—a long-standing question has resurfaced with new urgency: Should the Maroons retain any claim to “sovereignty” within the borders of an independent Jamaica? Jamaica Live says no.And we are leading the charge in calling for…
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Plot Twist in Accompong: Government Drops Receipts — Is Chief Currie Misleading the Public?

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Dec 7, 2025 The controversy surrounding disaster relief in Accompong has taken a dramatic turn after Government Minister Daryl Vaz, MP, published evidence on his social media pages directly contradicting claims made by Maroon Chief Richard Currie. According to Vaz, Accompong was among the first communities visited by government officials…
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Tension in Accompong: Residents Demand JDF Assistance as Chief Currie Rejects Government-Led Support

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Dec 7, 2025 A growing wave of frustration is sweeping through Accompong Town as several Maroons have taken to the streets demanding that Prime Minister Andrew Holness deploy the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) to assist with post-hurricane recovery—despite the public position taken by their leader, Chief Richard Currie. The community,…
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The Maroon Question: Traitors Then, Troublemakers Now?

Jamaica Cannot Afford a Divided Island For generations, Jamaica has danced around a painful truth: the Maroon leadership—then and now—has repeatedly positioned itself in conflict with the wider interests of the Jamaican nation.And today, as the country fights to rebuild after Hurricane Melissa, the old fractures are once again ripping open. The Maroons were hailed…
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Clinton’s Visit Sparks Skepticism as Jamaican Government Explores Partnership With Clinton Foundation

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Dec 5, 2025 Former U.S. President Bill Clinton’s arrival in Jamaica has triggered a wave of public debate, caution, and criticism as senior members of the Jamaican Government signal an interest in forming a partnership with the Clinton Foundation. The visit—highlighted on social media by Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment…
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